Whilst the news of a further WPV case during the week is disappointing, it must be remembered we are now in peak season for the virus in the endemic countries (Nigeria, Pakistan and Afghanistan). The total of 11 WPV (6 in Afghanistan, 5 in Pakistan) cases for the year to date reflects the controlled and improving situation when we note a total of 25 for the same period last year. Nigeria has been clear for 12 months now..gif)
RI President Ian Riseley has maintained very simple fund raising goals this year and is appreciated of your support –
- DDF money is to be spent, not saved, and a donation of 20% of unused funds is recommended.
- Every Rotary Club to be encouraged to make a special ‘one off’ donation of US$1,500 to END POLIO NOW to gain maximum advantage from Gates Foundation support.
- Every District to continue the search for TRF Major Donors of US$10,000.
- All clubs be requested to plan a special promotion to mark World Polio Day on October 24.
Again, thank you for all you are doing and best wishes for another outstanding year of Rotary service …
PDG Bob Aitken AM and RI Past Director Ken Collins AM,
RI END POLIO NOW Coordinators, Zones 7B and 8, 2016/18